June 2017 Archives

U.S. Coast Guard veteran Albert Frost died on his 100th birthday, leaving behind a variety of assets and possessions. One in particular not only had sentimental value to Frost’s beneficiaries, but could also attract a pretty penny for collectors of such memorabilia.

With instances of hacking garnering banner headlines, internet security has become a prominent issue. Complex passwords, impenetrable firewalls and other weapons are growing in their sophistication to combat the growing and sinister efforts to access confidential information.

With 2017 reaching its halftime, the temptation is to focus on fun in the sun. While rest and relaxation is necessary, taking a moment to go through a mid-year estate planning checklist to ensure those documents are current.

For most people, estate planning serves as a way to leave valuable assets behind to their children and other loved ones. Directing their property to named beneficiaries provides clear direction, if not peace of mind for them and their family.

The use of the Internet or this form for communication with the firm or any individual member of the firm does not establish an attorney-client relationship. Confidential or time-sensitive information should not be sent through this form.